Job Details

Senior Director of Strategic Communications and Partnerships, Professional Education

Position Number: 9833780
Location: Moscow, United States
Position Type: Public Relations, Marketing and Communications

Senior Director of Strategic Communications and Partnerships, Professional Education

Posting Number: SP005454P
Division/College: College of Education, Health & Human Sciences
Department: College of Education, Health & Human Sciences Admin
Location: Off Campus Location - TBD

Posting Context Statement:

Position Overview:

The Senior Director of Strategic Communications and Partnerships will be responsible for all external publicity for Elevate Teacher Professional Development including facilitating and building partnerships with third party organizations, internal stakeholders, and school districts across the nation. This position oversees the publicity, awareness, marketing, and partnership development budget. Working with leadership, this position is responsible for strategic planning and long-term campaigns that will continue enrollment growth in professional education and enhance the institution's brand nationally. This is a key position and an important part of the Elevate team. This role reports to the Managing Director for Professional Education and together they will work to create a vision and plan to achieve growth and revenue.

Required Experience:

Seven years of marketing experience
Three years of experience in building external relationships and partnerships
Experience supervising and training personnel
Experience with digital advertising and copywriting

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree in related field, such as Marketing, Creative/Graphic Design, Communications, Public Relations, Business, or similar degree.

Required Other:

Ability to work nonstandard business hours as needed

Additional Preferred:

Master's degree in related field
Experience with budget management
Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud and Canva Position
Knowledge of higher education and K-12 education systems and policies
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to maintain a professional and confidential work environment

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

None

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of application
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: Commensurate with experience
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE:

1.0

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: Uncertain
Posting Date: 09/16/2026
Closing Date: 10/02/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52774

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.